7 Ultrarunning Myths That Hold You Back
Think you can't run an ultra? Your mind, not your body, might be the thing holding you back. Don't let these seven myths stop you.
By Vanessa Rodriguez
Marathon Training Articles
What Kenyans Can Teach Us About Running Economy and Efficiency
Improve your running economy and efficiency the Kenyan way, and you'll run faster and get injured less. Here's how.
By Al Lyman
The Dos and Don'ts of Race-Day Etiquette
A starttofinish beginner's guide or veteran's refresher course to the do's and don'ts of raceday etiquette.
By Jen A. Miller
4 Speed Workouts for Beginners
Jump into speed workouts full throttle as a beginner, and you're destined for injury. This more gradual approach will have you running faster in no...
By Jason Fitzgerald
What's the Best Pace for Long Runs?
Complete all long runs at an easy pace, and your body to revert to that easy pace when you get tired on race day. Here's how to vary your longrun p...
By Caitlin Chock
How to Taper to Boost Performance
Tapering allows the body to recover and adapt to training stress. But, how much rest is enough, and what amount is too much?
By Jason R. Karp, Ph.D.
How New Runners Can Engage With the Running Community
As a new runner, it can be hard to find the motivation and information you need to keep at it. Tap into the running community to find both; here's ...
By Patrick McCrann
Michael Wardian's Ultrarunning Training and Racing Tips
Racing beyond the marathon requires extra focus on gear, nutrition and training, and strong mental fortitude. Elite ultrarunner Michael Wardian pro...
By Sabrina Grotewold
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